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Development Perspective

To create a self-respecting and self-sufficient rural society through sustainable and integrated development. To provide services to the people in a time-bound manner.

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Act and Rule

The main objective of the Kerala Panchayat Raj Act is to strengthen democracy through local self-government institutions and implement local development activities with the active participation of the rural people. It makes the Gram Sabha and the Panchayat the main centers of activity, plans are made...

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Waste Management Systems - Summary Waste management is an important system that ensures cleanliness and public health. Waste is segregated at source into organic, inorganic and hazardous. Organic waste is treated through composting, vermicomposting and biogas. Inorganic waste is collected and subjected to...

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Panchayat

The vast Koovappady Block Panchayat region, situated in the hilly areas of Ernakulam District and bounded by the Periyar River, is agriculturally rich and prosperous. The region’s reputation is further enhanced by renowned tourist destinations such as the Kodanad Elephant Training Centre and Abhayaranyam, Panieliporu, and the Kallil Rock-Cut Temple, which have secured a prominent place on the tourism map.The region is home to numerous places of worship, including the historic Kuruppampady Jacobite Syrian Cathedral Church and Koottumangalam Temple. The area is also blessed by the birth and contributions of numerous distinguished personalities and versatile talents who have made significant contributions to various social and cultural movements.Surrounding the Block Panchayat are...

Panchayat Meeting Standing Committee Meeting Decisions (Old)

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Vice President & Chairperson Standing Committee for finance

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Chairperson, Standing Committee for development

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Chairperson, Standing Committee for Welfare

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Chairperson, Standing Committee for Health and Education

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Secretary, Block Panchayat

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At a glance

Koovappady Block PanchayatGeneral Information Grama Panchayats IncludedAsamannoor, Koovappady, Mudakkuzha, Okkal, Rayamangalam, VengoorBlock Panchayat Divisions14District Panchayat Divisions and NamesKalady, Pulluvazhy, KodenadTalukKunnathunadLegislative Assembly ConstituencyPerumbavoorLok Sabha ConstituencyChalakudyArea372 sq. kmDistrictErnakulamPopulation Details Total Population(As per 2011 Census): 155572Male77173Female78579Scheduled Caste16043Male7812Female8231Scheduled Tribe601Male307Female294Boundaries NorthPeriyar and Ayyampuzha Grama PanchayatsSouthPaipra and Mazhuvannoor Grama PanchayatsEastKottappady, Nellikuzhi and Paipra Grama PanchayatsWestVengola Grama Panchayat and Perumbavoor MunicipalityComponent Institutions Community Health Centre, VengoorAssistant Executive Engineer, LID & EW Sub. Div., KoovappadyAssistant Director (Agriculture)Scheduled Caste Development OfficeICDS OfficeDairy Development OfficeIndustrial Development Office

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History of Block Panchayat

Koovappady Block Panchayat is a local self-government institution responsible for coordinating rural development activities in Ernakulam District. Established as part of Kerala’s Panchayati Raj system, the Block Panchayat provides leadership and support for the development activities of the Grama Panchayats within its jurisdiction. The Block Panchayat has been implementing significant projects in various sectors, including agriculture, education, healthcare, women’s empowerment, social welfare, and infrastructure development. With a focus on people’s participation and sustainable development, Koovappady Block Panchayat has grown into one of the major centres of rural development in the district.